How to do the Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up
Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Calves in the Lower Legs region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Glutes.
Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Calves
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Glutes
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up step by step
- 1Sit on a bench or chair with your back straight and your feet flat on the ground.
- 2Hold a dumbbell in one hand and place it on top of your thigh, palm facing up.
- 3Lift one leg off the ground and extend it in front of you, keeping your knee slightly bent.
- 4Raise your heel as high as possible by pushing through the ball of your foot.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.
Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up work?
The Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up primarily targets the Calves. It also recruits the Hamstrings, Glutes as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Palm Up?
Dumbbell Seated Calf Raise, Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise, Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Hammer Grip train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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